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Thumbprint Heart Cookies

Delicious Thumbprint Heart Cookies: A Sweet Love Treat

These Thumbprint Heart Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly capture the essence of love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) For a plant-based option, use vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar No substitutions are suggested for the best flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg by mixing 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for achieving the perfect dough consistency.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential; don’t omit this key ingredient.
For the Jam Filling
  • 1 cup Jam (e.g., raspberry, apricot) Choose smooth jams to maintain neatness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Mixer
  • spoon
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thumbprint Heart Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar, then beat them together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and a splash of vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to your wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Press your thumb into each dough ball to create a heart shape.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are light golden brown.
  8. Once baked, cool on the sheet for about 1 minute and gently redefine the heart-shaped indents.
  9. Fill each heart-shaped indent with your chosen jam once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is adequately softened before mixing; this creates a light and fluffy cookie dough. Store unfilled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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